# Subversive Wildlife Wildlife photographers trade in shock value for more honest depictions. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Aug 19, 2015 | Category: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/style-and-fashion-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/subversive-wildlife ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.8/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Subversive Wildlife trend? **Subversive Wildlife:** Many wildlife photographers are foregoing shock tactics in favor of a more authentic way of depicting their subjects. By photographing animals, insects and sea creatures in unique contexts that are often up-close and personal, these artists are offering alternative narratives that attract audience engagement. This approach serves as a breath of fresh air for viewers who are over-saturated with content produced solely to shock. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 3, 2014 to Jun 12, 2015 - Published: Aug 19, 2015 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Authenticity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/authenticity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Examples of the Subversive Wildlife trend 4 featured examples from Jun 3, 2014 to Jun 12, 2015. - [Wildlife X-Ray Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xray-photograph): Wataru Yoshida Mammal Posters Explore an Animal's Physical Structure (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Art and design professionals can create unique pieces by combining science and art, like x-ray photography. - [Divided Sea Creature Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matty-smith): Over/Under by Matty Smith Captures a Dichotomic Water World (Category: Fashion) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture innovative equipment for underwater and over-water photography, catering to the growing demand for capturing unique aquat… - [Urban Wildlife Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jason-mc-groarty): Jason Mc Groarty Photographs Wild Animals in Urban Contexts (Category: Fashion) Implication: The 'Totem' project underscores the need for disruptive innovations in conservation efforts, including finding ways to safeguard wildlife habitats within urban landscapes. - [Microscopic Bee Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bee-photography): Sam Droegetakes Snaps Close-Ups of Beautiful Bees (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The photography industry can leverage the trend of macro photography to offer high-quality, detailed images to clients for a diverse range of applications. **Workshop question:** What is one thing thing your brand can eliminate in order to present an honest image? ## Themes within the Subversive Wildlife trend ### Authenticity over Shock Value Wildlife photographers are opting for a more authentic approach in their depictions of animals and sea creatures, which offers an alternative narrative and serves as a breath of fresh air for viewers who are over-saturated with content produced solely to shock. ### Unconventional Perspectives Photographers are pushing boundaries by capturing wildlife in unique contexts, such as up-close and personal shots, or sea creatures photographed both inside and out of the water, which offers new and refreshing views of these creatures. ### Exhibit as Medium Using exhibitions and posters, graphic designers and artists are exploring the physical structure of both human and animal bodies, which allows for a more in-depth understanding and appreciation of the finer details of these beings. ## What the Subversive Wildlife trend means for industry ### For Photography and Filmmaking Photographers and filmmakers can expand their art by experimenting with unconventional techniques and contexts in their depictions of wildlife and sea creatures, which offers audiences a refreshing and unique perspective. ### For Art and Design Artists and designers can use exhibitions and posters to explore the physical structure of human and animal bodies, which allows for a more in-depth understanding and appreciation of the finer details of these beings. ### For Travel and Tourism The exploration of unconventional perspectives, such as urban wildlife photography, can attract travel and tourism as a way to experience the beauty of nature in a new and unexpected way. ## Trend signals for Subversive Wildlife Trend score 3.8 out of 10, from popularity 43%, activity 64%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 43% - Activity: 64% - Freshness: 8% ## Recent trend clusters - [Lifestyle Curations](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/beauty-advent-ideas) (Fashion) - [Evidence Matching](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/diagnostic-skincare-products) (Fashion) - [Cleansing Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/treatment-cleansers) (Fashion) - [Lasting Profiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/repairable-leather-boots) (Fashion) ## Trending in Fashion - [Antioxidant Neck Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peptide-neck-cream) - [Fragrant Body Care Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-fridays-body-collection1) - [Weatherproof Mid-Top Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherproof-mid-top-sneakers) - [Football Throwback Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/football-throwback-sneakers) All articles: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion)